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Queensland Approves Over 1,600 New Gas Wells Until 2081

First article: 20 mar. 2026, 08:27 | Last update: 20 mar. 2026, 08:27 | 1 source | 1 article
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Queensland, Australia has approved over 1,600 new gas wells for development in rural regions. The project is expected to continue until 2081. This decision has drawn criticism from environmental groups who are concerned about the potential impact on water resources, land degradation, and greenhouse gas emissions.

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More than 1,600 new gas wells approved for rural Queensland until 2081 Foto: ABC Australia
ABC Australia Brandon Long, Grace Nakamura, and Dan McCray 20 mar. 2026, 08:27 (9 hours ago)

More than 1,600 new gas wells approved for rural Queensland until 2081

A major multinational gas venture has just secured federal approval to ramp up extraction in rural Queensland — locking in operations for the next 55 years.

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